The Black Caps have one last shot against Australia.

Today the final test match against the Australian side takes place at Hagley Oval in Christchurch, kicking off at 11am.

Newstalk ZB’s Cricket Correspondent Andrew Alderson told Mike Hosking that last night was the 50th anniversary of New Zealand’s first taste of victory over Australia back in 1974.

So, if New Zealand needs any belief today, he said, the 50th anniversary might do it.

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The Black Caps have one last shot against Australia. 
Today the final test match against the Australian side takes place at Hagley Oval in Christchurch, kicking off at 11am. 
Newstalk ZB’s Cricket Correspondent Andrew Alderson told Mike Hosking that last night was the 50th anniversary of New Zealand’s first taste of victory over Australia back in 1974. 
So, if New Zealand needs any belief today, he said, the 50th anniversary might do it. 
LISTEN ABOVE

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